Penguins hire Ron Francis as special advisor in hockey operations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 8:47 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins appointed Ron Francis as Special Advisor, Hockey Operations, on June 19. Francis will aid in strategic planning and roster construction, leveraging his vast experience in the NHL. Previously the first GM of the Seattle Kraken, he played with the Penguins from 1991 to 1998 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2007. This move aims to enhance the Penguins' competitiveness, as stated by Kyle Dubas.
- •Ron Francis named Special Advisor, Hockey Operations for the Penguins.
- •He previously served as general manager for the Seattle Kraken.
- •Francis played for the Penguins, winning two Stanley Cups.
- •Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2007 and the Penguins Hall of Fame in 2025.
- •This role will focus on roster optimization and strategic planning.
- 10:14 PMYahoo Sports — Penguins bring back Ron Francis for front office role
- 8:47 PMYahoo Sports — Penguins Hire Ron Francis To Front Office Role
"Recently departed Seattle Kraken president of hockey operations Ron Francis is coming back to the Pittsburgh Penguins organization.
"Francis is the former Seattle Kraken general manager.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 10:14 PMPenguins bring back Ron Francis for front office role
Recently departed Seattle Kraken president of hockey operations Ron Francis is coming back to the Pittsburgh Penguins organization.
- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 8:47 PMPenguins Hire Ron Francis To Front Office Role
Francis is the former Seattle Kraken general manager.
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